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Serial Napper | True Crime for the Chronically Tired

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Steven Clark
Barbara Mackle
Juan Corona
Frauke Liebs
Daniel Robinson
Kenneth Law
Serial Killer
Migrant Workers
Doris Clark
Missing Person Investigation
Yuba City
Nicola Furlong
Colchester, England
Charles Clark
Arizona
Suicide
Peter Keller
Desmond Runstedler
Philip Fraser
Munchausen By Proxy

True crime for the chronically tired. Serial Napper descends into the darkest corners of real‑world crime with a calm, steady voice and an unflinching focus. Every episode examines cases of disappearance, manipulation, violence, and murder, told with quiet intensity and deep respect for the victims whose stories deserve to be heard. Created for the chronically tired who still feel compelled to und... more

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Nikki Young
Host of Serial Napper

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Interesting

    The host seems genuine, there’s just so much victim blaming and her viewpoints and research skills show she needs an education.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    MistressFallon
    United States4 months ago
  • Listen to Serial Napper!

    I have listened to it all and now am re-listening! This is the only podcast I’ve come across where the host is truly respectful of the victim and their families. Nikki shares the facts, and makes you truly care. She doesn’t sensationalize. It feels like you’re listening to your friend tell you a story. I truly love Serial Napper and you should too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stay Weird Events
    Canada6 months ago
  • Just found you!

    The host of this Podcast has the sweetest , most caring voice. Her episodes are interesting and cases I have never heard of before. Glad I found this podcast. She keeps you interested from beginning til end.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jersey Girl in Vermont
    United States9 months ago
  • Love your voice!

    Great job I think your podcast is gonna be one of my new favs 🫶🏽🙌🏽🫶🏽

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    nene4747
    United Statesa year ago
  • A new fave of mine!

    Recently learned of this podcast and I so enjoy it! Add to your weekly rotation and you won’t be disappointed!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PTKM86
    United Statesa year ago

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Calm voice, respectful of victims; the storytelling is strong and trustworthy.
Voice nice to listen to; feels like a friend telling a crime story.
Thorough research and compassionate host; great for true crime fans.
Solid production and storytelling; worth a listen for fans of lighter sleep-friendly true crime.
Very engaging and well produced; keeps you hooked without sensationalism.

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Erin Patterson: The Mushroom Chef
Q: Can you tell us where the mushrooms came from?
Erin claims she bought the mushrooms from a local Asian grocery store but cannot remember which one.
Erin Patterson: The Mushroom Chef
Q: Can you tell us a bit more about the lunch?
Erin describes her devastation over the loss of her guests and expresses disbelief about the tragedy that unfolded.

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A calm, steady true-crime narration that centers on disappearance, murder, and complex investigations. Episodes emphasize factual detail, victim respect, and careful storytelling over sensationalism, often blending archival reporting with contemporary developments. The host's tone is lullingly reassuring, aiming to soothe listeners while unpacking troubling cases, making it approachable for long drives or late-night listening. The show stands out for thorough research, thoughtful pacing, and a consistent, compassionate approach to victims and families, even when cases remain unresolved or contested.

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Serial Napper launched 6 years ago and published 271 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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